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We were going to stop in the sequoia national park but luckily it was booked out. Found this little motel just outside the park at more than half the price. The room we had was a double queen with heaps of room, it has a separate little alcove for eating, with a microwave, refrigerator, coffee grinder and beans, and percolator. We were lucky to get a room that overlooked the river and the morning vista from the breakfast table was great.

Although we had a second floor unit, it was easily accessed by a small ramp..no stairs.

We were given a breakfast hamper when we checked in, with fruit, juice muffins and pastry. Better than having to go to a breakfast room. It was more leisurely

We only have one complaint and that was the housekeeping knocking on the door at 8.15 even though the do not disturb sign was on the door and our car was parked outside the room.

Room Tip: We had room 8 overlooking the river, although on the main road noise was not a problem.

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Green Features: It's the first motel in 5 weeks that has a recycle bin in the room.

Stayed October 2013, traveled as a couple

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Ask travelbug1959 about Buckeye Tree Lodge

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We stayed two nights here and enjoyed its excellent access to the National Park - the entrance of which is only 5 minutes drive away. The property has a pleasant location on a riverand some rooms actually overlook it. Our cottage was on the other side of the road. It was very clean and well appointed andhad a pleasant outdoor seating area. Staff were very helpful with things like decaffinated coffee and extra wine glasses. There is a very nice outdoor pool.

Room Tip: Being close to the river would be lovely.

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Stayed September 2013, traveled as a couple

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Ask tomric122 about Buckeye Tree Lodge

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Price wasn't too expensive, it made sense to stop outside of the park and start early the next day rather than pay the inflated prices for accommodation in the park. Room was a bit dated but Ok for the price.

Note there's not a great deal of choice for dinner locally, either it's expensive or not very good.

Stayed October 2013, traveled as a couple

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Ask millhouze about Buckeye Tree Lodge

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The Buckeye Tree Lodge is ideally located for the national parks - only about 1/4 mile from the entrance to Sequoia. This makes it perfect for early starts, beating the crowds in the parks. It does mean that Three Rivers (which is very spread out anyway) is quite a way away, but there are good restaurants nearby.

The accommodation is slightly old but not shabby, and the rooms are very spacious, offering all you need for a comfortable sleep (big bed, air con & fan, coffee-making facilities, good TV). Additionally, there is a very nice little swimming pool with loungers out front.

The best thing though is the views of the valley and hills, and the river out back, which offers great wading, dipping, and sunbathing.

Stayed September 2013, traveled as a couple

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I stayed at the Buckeye Tree Lodge over the Labour day weekend for 4 nights. I could not recommend this place highly enough. I stayed as part of a road trip and this was by far one of the best rooms I stayed in and I was paying on average $150-250 per night everywhere I stayed. The room was large with flat screen TV, microwave, coffee grinder and fresh coffee beans, fridge, table and chairs, settee.Not to mention 0.5 miles from park entrance and fab view of the river. We had a bit of a nightmare when we stayed due to the yosemite rim fire and had to change some plans, the owners could not have been friendlier lending us maps, national park books and hiking books they even called me in the room to give me ideas of where to go hiking in sequoia! Overall a fantastic experience with fantastic owners. I would also highly recommend the Gateway restaurant next door. Excellent food, view of the river and staff not to mention the great wine list, had the best wine there during my whole 3 week stay in California.

Stayed August 2013, traveled as a couple

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Ask Susanisherwood about Buckeye Tree Lodge

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We stayed here for one night as part of our road trip. We chose to stay here based on its location near to Sequoia. It is in the middle of nowhere and not much around in terms of eating out. The hotel itself is nice, the pool looked great and refreshing in the heat however we didn't have time to use it. The room itself is dated but clean. The breakfast is not much, the Danish looked sweaty and artificial and the fruit included one lemon. The drinks were a nice touch but would have been better left in the fridge. The only thing we appreciated was the one muffin which was delicious. I agree that outside was disrupted due to smokers below. The grounds are nice and it was great access to Sequoia. Service was fine.

Room Tip: We had a room on the upper floor, seemed better since cars parked in front of the lower rooms.

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Stayed August 2013, traveled as a couple

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Ask The_Georges07 about Buckeye Tree Lodge

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We really enjoyed our stay at the Buckeye Tree Lodge, which is situated just before the Sequoia National Park entrance.

Having on the one hand the ambiance of a cabin, while at the same time enjoying the luxuries of A/C , a nice TV and a bathroom was a very agreeable combination for us. The bed was comfortable as well.

The river behind the lodge was great to cool off, especially during the hot and humid weather we had at the time.

The breakfast, here criticized by many people, we thought was just right to get you started in a day of Park exploration. To grind your own coffee was actually pretty neat and you were assured that it tasted fresh.It was also very nice to eat your breakfast outside at the garden table, while enjoying the view on the river and the landscape.

As mentioned above, the proximity to the park’s entrance is also a major plus point.

All in all, we can definitely recommend this place if you’re visiting Sequoia National Park!

Stayed July 2013, traveled as a couple

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Ask Janos1985 about Buckeye Tree Lodge

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Buckeye Tree Lodge is located 1/4 mile from the entrance to Sequoia National Park in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. With all rooms set along the banks of the Kaweah River, the river views and sounds from each room and balcony are spectacular. The Buckeye's beautiful grounds include a pool, lawn and picnic area next to the River. All rooms have private bathroom, cable TV, refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker, AC and free local and long distance calling....more less

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